Are you a resident of Tarrant County, Texas, looking to make the most of your Lone Star (SNAP) and EBT benefits? You're in luck! The Double Up Food Bucks program is here to help you double your spending on fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets in the area. The North Texas Healthy Communities and the Blue Zones Project are funding the Double Up Food Bucks program in Tarrant County. This program is part of a national network that works to increase access to healthy food in partnership with farmers markets, farm stands, grocery stores and other retail establishments. It doubles the amount of WIC and FMNP benefits that individuals and families can spend on fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets in Austin. The Cowtown Farmers Market is one of the markets that began accepting Lone Star (EBT) cards on Saturday, May 16. This is great news for area residents who don't have a vehicle and live more than a mile from a supermarket or supermarket.
According to the Tarrant Area Food Bank, 22% of households in Tarrant County fall into this category. The Double Up Food Bucks program is especially important for Tarrant County residents because 66% of them are overweight or obese, and 63% of adults in Fort Worth have a chronic diet-related illness, such as diabetes, high blood pressure or obesity. By doubling their spending on fruits and vegetables at farmers markets, individuals and families can make healthier food choices. If you're a resident of Tarrant County looking to make the most of your Lone Star (SNAP) and EBT benefits, be sure to check out the Double Up Food Bucks program. You can double your spending on fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets in Austin. The Double Up Food Bucks program is an excellent way for Tarrant County residents to get more bang for their buck when it comes to buying fresh produce. Not only will they be able to purchase twice as much produce as they normally would with their SNAP or EBT benefits, but they will also be able to make healthier food choices.
This program is a win-win for everyone involved. If you're a resident of Tarrant County looking to make the most of your Lone Star (SNAP) and EBT benefits, be sure to take advantage of the Double Up Food Bucks program. You can double your spending on fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets in Austin.
